Wertz will be presenting his work and discussing his technique which involves skillfully utilizing recycled scrap metal from vintage cars and trucks and using only posture to achieve personality. All work is hand-fabricated using a combination of forging and welding. About this series, Wertz has said, “I am very excited to bring in the colors and patinas of old and weathered steel to life in the concept of horses.”

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